As various parts of the United States brace for severe weather conditions, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a series of alerts to warn residents and visitors about potential risks and impacts. From high surf advisories to fire weather watches, wind advisories, coastal flood warnings, thunderstorms, and freeze watches, the nation is facing a diverse range of weather challenges.
In Maryland Beaches County, a High Surf Advisory is in effect from 10 AM today until 7 PM EDT Wednesday. Large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet are expected in the surf zone, leading to dangerous swimming and surfing conditions, as well as localized beach erosion. The advisory aims to ensure public safety along the coastline.
In La Salle, McMullen, Live Oak, Bee, Goliad, Victoria, Webb, Duval, and other counties in Texas, a Fire Weather Watch is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM CDT Wednesday. With northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph, along with relative humidity as low as 12 percent and temperatures up to 76 degrees, the risk of rapidly spreading fires is heightened. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged to prevent potential disasters.
Meanwhile, Southeast winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected in Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, Johnson, Sevier Smoky Mountains, and other counties in Tennessee. The Wind Advisory, in effect from 5 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday, warns of gusty winds that could blow around unsecured objects, potentially causing tree limbs to fall and power outages.
In Wakefield, VA, a Coastal Flood Warning is in place from 1 PM to 7 PM EDT today. One to two feet of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways, posing a threat of property damage, road closures, and flooding of vehicles. Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to take necessary precautions.
Additionally, a Special Weather Statement has been issued in Amarillo, TX, warning of a strong thunderstorm with wind gusts up to 40 mph and half-inch hail. This could lead to minor damage and hazardous conditions in the impacted locations.
Lastly, a Freeze Watch is in effect in the Oklahoma Panhandle and portions of the Texas Panhandle, with sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 degrees possible. Frost and freeze conditions could harm crops, sensitive vegetation, and outdoor plumbing if left unprotected.
As these weather alerts highlight the diverse challenges facing different regions, it is crucial for residents and visitors to stay informed, follow safety guidelines, and prepare for potential impacts. By heeding the warnings issued by the NWS, individuals can mitigate risks and ensure their well-being during severe weather events.
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References:
– High Surf Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c729b52ff9b7eab8e5e679d12b6d07f371c8c511.008.1.cap]
– Fire Weather Watch: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4c0101d10ba53417cc31f8296a2f182d501067fb.001.1.cap]
– Wind Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.831008509c6653a117836a4cf0cc4c7e76325d6f.001.1.cap]
– Coastal Flood Warning: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c729b52ff9b7eab8e5e679d12b6d07f371c8c511.001.1.cap]
– Freeze Watch: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.259efc5026f68759c057dc78941d673102705a1c.001.1.cap]
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